Our law firm seeks a dependable and organized paralegal/legal assistant who possesses outstanding verbal and written communication skills to provide support for multiple attorneys. Prior Probate and Estate Planning experience preferred. We offer a competitive salary based on education and experience.
Job Responsibilities:
· Managing attorneys’ case files, including reviewing case files, organizing and maintaining files, and managing deadlines
· Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions and transactional documents such as trusts and wills.
· Providing regular communication and updates to clients
· E-file documents and review dockets
· Input notes and billing for daily activities
· Use a multi-line phone system to answer telephone calls, take messages, and transfer calls as needed.
· Perform general office work including clerical duties such as photocopying, faxing, maintaining electronic files, and mailing correspondence as needed.
· Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
· Minimum three years of experience as a paralegal/legal assistant in Florida (Pinellas/Hillsborough/Pasco preferred).
· Knowledge of guardianship, estate planning, and probate is preferred.
· Must have a thorough knowledge of office equipment and computer systems. Proficiency with Outlook and Word is required. Experience with Clio is a plus.
· Attention to detail and accuracy.
· Ability to work independently as well as a team player.
Benefits:
· Health, Vision, and Dental for the employee is covered 100% at employer’s expense after 90 days. Insurance is also available for the employee’s dependents at employee’s expense.
· Generous matching 401(k) plan available after one year of employment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 – $56,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Clearwater, FL 33756 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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